Enjoy diving in Tofo, in the Inhambane region of Mozambique, famous for whale shark encounters in season and manta ray sightings year round on the cleaning stations.
The area of Tofo is quickly becoming known as a premier world-class dive destination, famous for large pelagics. Manta rays are seen all year round at the cleaning stations, whale sharks are more common Oct-Mar and humpback whales cruise along the coastline from Jun-Sep. On this trip you can expect to see schools of devil rays, white-tip and leopard sharks, turtles and plenty of game fish.
Spend a week (or longer if you prefer) relaxing in a beachfront property and experiencing the amazing marine life of the Indian Ocean.
Suggested Itinerary
Day1: Depart the UK
Day2: Arrive South Africa & continue to Mozambique
Continue your journey, landing in Vilankulo, Mozambique this morning. You are met and transferred to your resort for a seven night stay. There are multiple options for accommodation including Liquid Dive Adventures Resort, Casa Do Mar and Hotel Tofo Mar.
Days3-8: Diving in Mozambique
Explore Tofo’s incredible dive sites, with possible opportunities of seeing manta rays and whale sharks (at the right time of year), thriving in the plankton-rich waters. Prepare for remarkable encounters with sharks, rays, turtles, and dolphins, while diving at 'Reggies' and 'The Office' reveals surprises like resident leopard sharks and loggerhead turtles. Marvel at Manta Reef's three cleaning stations and schools of red-tooth triggerfish, snapper, and trevally on the north wall, and explore 'Whale Shark Alley,' including the intriguing 'Chamber of Secrets.'
Day9: Depart via South Africa
Your return journey takes you back to Vilankulo and then through Johannesburg, where you board an overnight flight to the UK.
Day10: Arrive UK
Please note: You may require an overnight stay on your outbound journey due to flight schedules.
Key info
Our trip ideas are offered to inspire you and can be tailored to suit your requirements.
Duration and price including flights from/to UK: 10 daysfrom £2,475 pp
When to go: Jan-Dec: November to April best for diving.
Tofo is quickly becoming known as a premier world-class dive destination, famous for large pelagics, especially manta rays, whale sharks and humpback whales. Divers can also encounter schools of devil rays, sharks, turtles, game fish and excellent macro life.
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Excellent for: Resort based diving, Shark diving, Whale shark, Manta ray
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Located on a beautiful beach overlooking the Indian Ocean, Hotel Tofo Mar is a boutique property boasting one of the best restaurants in the area and an ideal base for all your diving needs.
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Boasting impressive views of the Tofo coastline and the familiar sights of whales and dolphins, this guesthouse features just nine air-conditioned and en suite bedrooms, a sundeck and swimming pool.
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Located towards the northern, secluded end of Tofo beach, this intimate family-run dive resort is a short walk to local amenities and a perfect setting for divers. Relax and spend your holiday amongst like-minded people.
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